Austin, Texas vs. Hickory, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Hickory, North Carolina is 31.8% cheaper than Austin, Texas.

You would need a salary of $34,080 in Hickory, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Austin, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hickory, North Carolina is cheaper than Austin, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Hickory
than in Austin, Texas
Austin, TX vs. Hickory, NC
Compared to Austin, Hickory is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% lower
  Commute
  27.4% lower
  Health
  25.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower